Kitchen Gas Appliances - gas grill ignition

I have a new gas barbeque grill, and have grilled several times. One thing is bothering me though. After I turn on the gas, and light the fire with a push button ignition, I smell gas for a few seconds, then it goes away. While grilling, I don't smell anymore gas. Someone told me this is normal, but I read so many warnings about gas smell, I am starting to wonder. I did the soap test, it proved inconclusive. Is this normal, or should I have it checked out? Thanks!

Hello ak_homeowner. Welcome to my Gas Appliances topic.

Most likely the burner ignition ports are clogged up or restricted. The burner ports {holes or slots} are in need of cleaning if the burner is in good condition. If the burner is in bad shape physically, replacing may be the only option.

Try cleaning and clearing the burners ports, especially near the ports where flame lighting begins at the sparking element.

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thanks. Does this mean I have a leak? Just curious if I have been putting myself in danger without knowing it. The grill is fairly new, we just bought it last September.

Hello: ak

Answer is no. Not a leak. Problem is restricted burner holes. Clear them and all should be fine. Doing so will ensure instant ignition from the sparker and flames completely across both side of the burners.

All burner holes should have flames. Those with out any or those that are smaller then the rest are the holes that are restricted or clogged.